Meanwhile, Birmingham speedway fans have been offered a hand of friendship from neighbours Wolverhampton and Cradley.

The Black Country sides, who both race at Monmore Green, have joined forces to offer Brummies season ticket holders free admission to both Wolves and Heathens home fixtures.

It means Birmingham supporters still have the chance to see Elite League racing as well as supporting one of their own, Paul Starke, who is Cradley skipper.

Wolverhampton owner Chris Van Straaten said: “We are deeply saddened by the closure of Birmingham and this is a small gesture on our behalf.

“Birmingham supporters are most welcome at both Wolves and Heathens meetings and it would be nice to think this is some way of retaining interest for them. As with everyone, we hope the Brummies will return next season.”

Starke, meanwhile, says he would be delighted to see Birmingham supporters at Cradley.

“The fans were brilliant to me at Birmingham and it’s a very sad outcome,” he said. “But it’s a fantastic gesture from the Cradley and Wolverhampton management so I hope to see the Brummies fans before the end of the season.